European Jewels

15 DAYS FROM BUDAPEST to AMSTERDAM

Indulge your passion for majestic art, architecture,
music and history on an all-encompassing journey
through four countries along three great rivers—
the Danube, Main and Rhine—and to numerous
UNESCO World Heritage sites.

From exotic Budapest, “Queen of the Danube,” to
imperial Vienna, “City of Waltzes,” to the sky-high
spires of Cologne’s Gothic cathedral—centuries of
intriguing history and culture unfold before your
eyes. The Melk Abbey’s great library overlooking
the Danube, the Würzburg Residence’s soaring
ceiling fresco by Tiepolo and the Winter Palace of
Prince Eugene will leave you mesmerized. Enjoy
one-of-a-kind experiences like a visit to Siegfried’s
Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. And
throughout your journey, tantalize your senses with
exclusive wine, apricot brandy and beer tastings,
along with regional culinary delicacies.
Discover the grand sweep of history and the
dynamic present along legendary rivers on a
magnificent journey that gives you the best of
Europe’s great treasures as well as off-the-beaten-
path gems.

Who will enjoy this cruise

Travelers wishing to discover the full spectrum of
European culture, history, art and architecture; and
connoisseurs of fine food and world-class wine.

The Monarch Collection (select sailings)

Get exclusive insider access to Europe’s rich
aristocratic heritage. Celebrate with a festive
concert and dinner at a Renaissance palace and
garden. Be hosted at a private reception by a
real princess at her baroque castle. Go behind
the scenes at Vienna’s Spanish Riding School to
discover the 450-year-old equestrian tradition of
the true horse of royalty, the Lipizzaner stallion, a
living work of art. These are only a few highlights you’ll be treated to on your royal journey.